CO2_GHOUL

At Nightingale Academy, where heroes are forged based on the destructive power of their abilities, Troy stands at the bottom of the hierarchy. His gift? Bubbles, harmless, fragile, and utterly unremarkable in a world where strength defines worth. Mocked by peers and ignored by the system, he struggles to prove that power isn’t just about destruction.

But when a single night shatters his perception of what it means to be a hero, Troy is forced to confront the dark truth behind the heroes he once admired. In a world where justice is painted in shades of gray, he must carve his own path, one where power is redefined, and saving lives means more than just winning battles.

Even if it means standing alone.

Bubble Boy

The steady beep of the heart monitor was the first thing Troy registered when he woke up. His head felt heavy, his body sore. A dull pain throbbed through his arm, wrapped tightly in a cast, and the faint scent of antiseptic filled the hospital room. 


His vision cleared, and the first thing he saw was Jackson and Emily sitting beside his bed. 


They weren’t in their hero costumes, just regular clothes. Jackson wore a dark hoodie, his hair slightly messy, and Emily had her arms crossed, looking like she was debating something serious. 


But what caught Troy’s attention the most was their hands. 


Troy blinked. His voice came out hoarse. “Wait… what?” 


Jackson and Emily glanced at each other before Jackson gave a small chuckle. “You really just woke up and immediately noticed that?” 


Emily rolled her eyes. “He’s not that dense.” 


Troy raised an eyebrow, shifting slightly in the bed. “I feel like I missed something important.” 


Ashes and New Beginnings